Cybersecurity leadership has become an essential part of business strategy. As organizations adopt cloud platforms, integrate artificial intelligence, expand digital operations, and manage increasingly complex regulatory requirements, they need experienced leaders who can identify risks, establish security priorities, and protect business continuity. However, not every organization needs a full-time Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). Some […]
Author Archives: Jeremy Gleason
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Cybersecurity has become a business leadership priority, making the decision to hire a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) increasingly important for organizations of every size. As companies expand their digital operations, adopt artificial intelligence, manage sensitive customer information, and rely on interconnected technology systems, security decisions can directly affect business continuity, regulatory obligations, customer trust, […]
Industry Insights
CIO & CTO Compensation Benchmarks 2026: What Companies Are Paying for Top Technology Leaders
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Hiring a chief information officer (CIO) or chief technology officer (CTO) in 2026 requires more than matching a job title to a salary range. Companies must consider business size, technology complexity, transformation priorities, industry competition, and the executive’s ability to deliver measurable results. A compensation package that attracts an IT operations leader may not be […]
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Technology leadership has become a critical factor in business growth, operational efficiency, cybersecurity, and competitive advantage. As organizations modernize their operations and invest in digital transformation, two executive positions frequently become central to leadership discussions: the Chief Information Officer (CIO) and the Chief Technology Officer (CTO). Although these roles share certain responsibilities, they serve different […]
Executive Search Challenges
CMO vs. Chief Growth Officer vs. Chief Commercial Officer: Which Marketing Leader Does Your Company Need?
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Choosing the right executive to lead marketing, growth, and commercial strategy is an important decision for CEOs, boards, and business owners. As organizations pursue sustainable growth in 2026, three leadership roles frequently enter the conversation: Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), Chief Growth Officer (CGO), and Chief Commercial Officer (CCO). Although these executives may share certain responsibilities, […]
executive recruiting
How to Hire a Chief Marketing Officer in 2026: A Step-by-Step Guide for CEOs and Boards
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Hiring a Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) is one of the most consequential leadership decisions a CEO or board can make. The right executive can strengthen brand positioning, accelerate revenue growth, improve customer acquisition, modernize marketing operations, and create a sustainable competitive advantage. The wrong appointment can lead to fragmented strategies, inefficient marketing spending, missed growth […]
For Employers, Hiring Insights
Building a Board That Adds Value: Composition, Diversity, and the Retained Search Advantage
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A board of directors should do more than approve decisions and review financial results. An effective board challenges assumptions, strengthens strategic oversight, anticipates risk, and helps leadership navigate the decisions that shape a company’s future. Achieving that level of contribution depends on who sits around the table, how directors work together, and how new members […]
For Employers, Hiring Insights
How to Recruit Independent Directors: A Guide for Private and Family-Owned Companies
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For private and family-owned companies, appointing an independent director can be a turning point in the organization’s development. As businesses grow, decisions become more complex, succession planning becomes increasingly important, and informal leadership practices may no longer provide the oversight required to support long-term performance. An independent director can bring an objective perspective, specialized expertise, […]
For Employers, Hiring Insights
Why Chief Revenue Officers Fail in 18 Months — and How to Hire One Who Won’t
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Hiring a Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) is one of the most consequential leadership decisions a growing company can make. The right executive can align sales, marketing, customer success, and revenue operations around a common strategy. The wrong hire can leave the business with missed forecasts, frustrated teams, stalled growth, and another expensive executive search. Reports […]
For Employers, Hiring Insights
CRO vs. CSO vs. VP of Sales: How to Structure Revenue Leadership as You Scale
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Choosing between a Chief Revenue Officer (CRO), Chief Sales Officer (CSO), and Vice President of Sales is a critical decision for companies preparing to scale. Although these executives share a connection to revenue generation, their responsibilities, strategic authority, and organizational scope can differ significantly. Hiring the wrong leader may create overlapping responsibilities, disconnected teams, and […]